Christian Writing & Speaking (CWS) with Jacqui Wilson

Nikole Thompson: Shades of Truth

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What is the truth? According to Nikole Thompson, the truth is knowing you need a relationship with Jesus. She and her husband experienced great success through God's blessings but allowed idol influences to enter their lives through friends. Soon, they experienced rapid downfall, fighting to overcome drug addiction, alcoholism, and general sinful living. Finally, a determination to settle into what they knew to be truth fueled them to victory. So now, they help others through their ministry, Prison 2 Preacher, and book, 50 Shades of Truth, to overcome as they did.

Mark Sowersby: Forgiving the Nightmare

*Trigger Warning: Graphic description of child and sexual abuse shared in this interview. Mark Sowersby's abuser left him broken, insecure, and searching for dignity and value. A mountain of pain before him, an invitation to church set him on the path to healing. While on a church youth trip, he chose Christ as his Savior. Step by step, God helped him experience healing. Eventually, he was able to write his book Forgiving the Nightmare, outlining his story and the hope one can find after abuse. Tune in to listen to this episode.

Michael DeLon: Be the Expert in Whatever You Do

Michael DeLon's joy in the Lord is infectious! He understands how God is concerned even when you need to find the job that best fits you. When he didn't know what to do about his career, God told him to go, and he established himself as an expert in what he already knew. He launched his book On Marketing: The Definitive Guide for Small Business Owners, becoming an Amazon #1 best-selling author. However, he did not keep that talent to himself. He went on to help multiple small business owners establish themselves as experts through authorship. His best tip is to show up as yourself and impact people. They want the authentic you! Tune in!

Sandy Kirkham: When They Prey

When Sandy Kirkham went to church at age eight, she fell in love with it. But at age sixteen, this innocent bright-eyed child would face the unthinkable. In the "safest place on earth, " she would encounter a wolf in sheep's clothing who would abuse her sexually, mentally, emotionally, and physically. Even though he was a known predator, the church elders would force her to leave while this wolf continued to serve in a different congregation. Over twenty years later, she spoke up, and now, she has given voice to her story through her book, Let Me Prey Upon You, bringing hope, healing, and empowerment to help you overcome.
 
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Jocelyn Jones: Breaking the Power of the Mask

Are you wearing the mask? Jocelyn Jones, the author of Breaking the Power of the Mask, shares her story about developing and protecting a persona that did not serve her. The pressure of perfection led her everyday life until she walked away and did the deep work necessary to overcome and become vulnerable in a way that God could fully use her. However, perfectionism is not the only avenue in which a mask can develop. Through the discussion, we reveal how the disadvantage and even the church can create masks, avoiding the deeper issues that propel us in directions not aligned with our purposes. Tune in.

Steven Arms: Milestone to Manhood

When does a boy become a man? Is it when the world tells him? Is it when he becomes a husband, or is it when he becomes a father? According to Steven Arms, a boy should receive his rite of passage to manhood from his father, as he did from his. However, with so many broken homes, many seek societal or environmental standards to define their manhood. His father's fatherless experience influenced the development of the rite of passage in their book Milestone to Manhood. No matter their circumstances, any boy can properly experience their rite of passage to manhood. You are invited to learn how through this interview. When a boy has a stronger sense of identity, it leads to stronger families, communities, and churches. Join us.

Isaiah Cruz: The Hidden Epidemic of P***

Did you know that approximately fifty-five percent of married Christian men have admitted to watching porn regularly? Unfortunately, it is the hidden epidemic many churches choose not to address. Our inability to sit in uncomfortable feelings, shame, and its addictive nature further drive this epidemic's reach into the Christian household. Shockingly, it does not start in adulthood. The average age of first exposure is eleven. It's time for the church to wake up and be at the forefront of this battle to protect our children, marriages, and families. Learn how in this interview with Isaiah Cruz.

Lyn Barrett: Strong in My Weakness

Broken internally by trauma and faced with a mental health diagnosis, Lyn Barrett epitomizes how we can exhibit strength in God through our weaknesses. Lyn grew up as an atheist under the guidance of her parents. However, as she faced an ugly divorce and was later diagnosed with multiple personality disorder, now known as dissociative identity disorder (DID), it opened the pathway to her learning about God. In this episode, we talk about how she faced her diagnosis, God changed her life amid the chaos, and she uses her "weakness" to change other people's lives.

Greta McClain: From Trauma to Triumph

*Trigger warning. This episode contains details about a sexual assault. If you have had an experience regarding sexual assault, this episode may cause you to experience emotional overwhelm. Please proceed with caution. On the verge of suicide, former police officer Greta McClain felt helpless after her sexual assault. However, near her end, she discovered the Me Too Movement, and by the grace of God, she found her way back to hope one day at a time. Now, she is helping others to discover the hope she has experienced. Tune in to hear her story and share in her triumph.

Tabatha Perry: Life Edits

Are you a professional overthinker? Is your life seemingly in constant chaos? Maybe, you need a life edit. Life Coach Tabatha Perry helps people make small edits to life to create the life they desire. She wants you to stop comparing yourself with others, know what to prioritize, and unclutter your mind. So, join us for this episode to receive tips on editing your life in small ways to receive what you truly desire.